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Travel The Unexpected!

We encourage you to not just travel, but to travel the unexpected.

At Travel The Unexpected, we’re all about curating adventures that make your friends exclaim, “Wait, you did what?” If you’re seeking off-the-beaten-path experiences that defy the ordinary, you’ve come to the right place.

While we appreciate iconic landmarks, what truly excites us are the unusual and immersive experiences that break the mold. Embark on a journey with us, and transform the way you travel the world.

about travel the unexpected

Treehouses, snow hotels, haunted tours, and themed restaurants are just the beginning. Discover a new, more creatively crafted way to travel.

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Behind travel the unexpected

How it all started

We’re Monica and Amanda, a mother-daughter duo with a passion for extraordinary travel. There’s nothing we love more than uncovering hidden gems and giving niche recommendations that can create a one-of-a-kind trip you’ll never forget. Finding hotels and activities that stand out from the crowd is never easy. That’s why we created this site: to help you uncover curated, out of the box hotels, restaurants, and experiences for your next trip.

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On Monica’s bucket list

Venice, Italy

Monica’s favorite destination

Switzerland

always in monica’s carryon

Translation Earbuds

Monica’s most unique find

Giraffe Manor

On Amanda’s bucket list

Lapland, Finland

Amanda’s favorite destination

Florence, Italy

Always in amanda’s carryon

A self-cleaning water bottle

Amanda’s most unique find

The Disgusting Food Museum

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FAQ

Other travel sites showcase a handful of unique hotels, activities, or restaurants. We exclusively curate only the most unique finds around the world. It’s our hope that what you find on our site becomes the highlight of your future travels.

Our featured hotels, activities, and dining experiences are a mix of finds from our personal travels and conversations with our trusted community. If you have finds you think we should add, let us know on our contact page!

We always love to find unique things to do and unusual places to stay in every city we travel to. But there was never one place to look to find these things. So we decided to make it! We hope this site serves as a resource for you to quickly find quirky or one-of-a-kind things to add to your itineraries.